Other Activities

1. KrishimelaThe Directorate of Extension organizes four days Krishimela at the University head quarters every year, in which nearly 6 lakhs farmers and general public participate. Further, the Directorate organizes the field days at various farmers’ fields through Krishi Vigyan Kendras and Extension Education Units every year.

2. Farmers AwardThe University has initiated awarding best farmer and farmwoman from each of the Ten districts under the jurisdiction of the University. The awards will be given to the awardees during the Krishimela.

3. World Food DayThe World Food Day is celebrated through Extension Education Units, KVKs and FTI on 16th October every year to mark the day on which FAO was founded in 1945. The theme of World Food Day recalls the contribution of different cultures to World agriculture against hunger and environmental degradation.

4. Women in Agriculture DayWomen in Agriculture Day is celebrated through the Extension Education Units, Farmers Training Institute, Krishi Vigyan Kendras etc., every year on 4th December to mark the contribution of farmwomen in the field of agriculture.

5. ExhibitionsThe Directorate of Extension actively participates regularly in the organization of Agricultural exhibitions at the National, State and District level. Similarly, this activity is undertaken during special events organized at the University.

6. Organizing Workshops/ Seminars/ Summer SchoolThe workshops, seminars and summer schools will be organized on need-based issues related to Agriculture and allied aspects, to benefit the farming community and extension functionaries.